THE ISEQ inched lower yesterday, down 11.27 points at 2,956.28, in line with other European bourses.

THE ISEQ weakened 51.22 points to 2,898.95 yesterday as Europe’s debt crisis weighed on financial stocks across the continent.

THE ISEQ Index recovered somewhat yesterday as it emerged European Union and IMF officials would begin talks with Irish regulatory authorities today to discuss details of a possible rescue plan.

THE Irish market finished the week on a positive note yesterday closing 27.87 stronger at 2,927.19, lead by solid performances from Ryanair, C&C and construction giant CRH.

THE ISEQ index finished 36.43 points weaker at 2,479.56 yesterday.